Hitachi releases Transmeta-based Internet applicance

The FLORA-ie 55mi also is expected to be introduced in the US in the future after heavy interest was shown in the product at the Comdex 2000 exhibition in Las Vegas, Hitachi said in a statement, though it did not specify an timeframe. Pricing was not immediately available.

The Crusoe chip is also being used in laptops from NEC, Sony and Fujitsu. Casio Computer, First International Computer, Gateway and Acer also have introduced Crusoe-based Internet appliances. IBM and Compaq Computer initially expressed interest in using the Crusoe chip, but backed off from using it for the near term. Neither Compaq nor IBM offered specifics about their evaluation of the chip.

The screen was particularly good. It is bright and visible from most angles, however heat is an issue, particularly around the Windows button on the front, and on the back where the battery housing is located.

My first impression after unboxing the Q702 is that it is a nice looking unit. Styling is somewhat minimalist but very effective. The tablet part, once detached, has a nice weight, and no buttons or switches are located in awkward or intrusive positions.

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